Wabco 8931000024 Screw Plug

Description

The Wabco 8931000024 Screw Plug is a full material component used within the fittings of Air Brake Systems. It serves as a sealing closure for ports and openings, preventing leaks and maintaining system pressure. This screw plug is manufactured to OE specification, ensuring reliable performance and compatibility. Its dimensions are 27 x 27 x 53 mm, and features M22 × 1.5, M16 × 1.5, and M16 × 1.5 thread specifications, along with a 28.0 mm wrench size.

Key Features & Benefits

Basically, it seals an opening in your air brake system. Think of it like a stopper for a hole. It’s threaded, so you screw it in tight to create an airtight seal. Sometimes these are used to cover ports that aren't currently being used, other times they’re there to allow access for bleeding the system or doing maintenance, and then get screwed back in tight afterward. It’s part of your air brake system, so specifically it keeps air pressure where it needs to be. The whole system relies on maintaining that pressure to properly activate your brakes. It's a small piece, but it's integrated into a bigger network of lines and valves. It’s usually found on things like air tanks, compressors, or control valves.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Well, if it leaks, you lose air pressure. And losing air pressure in an air brake system isn’t something you want to mess with. It directly affects your stopping power. You’ll notice if one is leaking – you might hear a hissing sound, or the brakes might feel spongy or not hold as well. It acts like a shield, preventing air from escaping, and keeping everything working as it should. They're usually inexpensive, and a lot easier to replace than dealing with a brake failure, believe me. You can find these pretty easily, places like Fixparts Online have a good selection. It’s a preventative maintenance thing, really.

Warranty Information

Wabco Screw Plug (MPN 8931000024) comes with a 1-year warranty.